Flying from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Almaty Airport (ALA): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport.
The timezone in Almaty is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Jeddah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your JED to ALA flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Almaty, Kazakhstan. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Flynas on this route.
With 66.67% of its services arriving as scheduled, FlyArystan is the most punctual carrier operating JED to ALA flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between JED and ALA include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Almaty Airport (ALA)
Currently, 243 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 485 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to ALA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport.
Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)
75% of flights departing from Jeddah Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Jeddah Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near JED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Almaty Airport (ALA)
If you're coming in on a late Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near ALA:
Follow your own route with a Almaty Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AmiGo!, Hertz or Vladex and discover more of Almaty and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Almaty Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Almaty Airport (ALA) to central Almaty
From Almaty Airport, Almaty is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almaty Airport (ALA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Almaty. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Jeddah Airport to Almaty Airport for July if you want to visit Almaty during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to ALA in January. Temperatures average between -16ºC (3ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.